What is the fee applied to consumers who purchase a casket from a source other than their funeral provider called?

The fee applied to consumers who purchase a casket from a source other than their funeral provider is known as a Casket Handling Fee. This fee is associated with the additional labor and logistical efforts required by the funeral home to receive and integrate an outside casket into their services and operations. When a casket is bought externally, the funeral provider may need to handle various aspects such as transporting the casket, preparing it for the service, and ensuring it complies with any regulations or standards relevant to the burial or cremation process. This fee ensures that the funeral service covers its costs associated with these tasks while providing a standardized service to all families, regardless of where the casket was purchased.